Vodafone Group opens logistics hub in Luxembourg to beef up supply chain capabilities
LUXEMBOURG 20 MRT

Vodafone Group opens logistics hub in Luxembourg to beef up supply chain capabilities

Vodafone announced that its Luxembourg-based Procure & Connect business has inaugurated a new distribution hub in Bettembourg, which will serve as a central distribution point for equipment needed for the group's mobile and fixed network activities across Europe. The hub has been designed to meet storage needs, and its location will facilitate shipments within 24 hours to all of Vodafone's European markets, thanks to strong transport links.

SES raises EUR 650 mln with hybrid bond offering
LUXEMBOURG 18 MRT

SES raises EUR 650 mln with hybrid bond offering

Satellite operator SES announced the successful launch and pricing of a EUR 650 million bond transaction, carried out via its subsidiary SES Financing. The proceeds will mainly be used for refinancing purposes, in line with the company's deleveraging and balance-sheet strengthening objectives. SES described the operation as a "Subordinated Perpetual with Automatic Conversion Events" (SPACE) hybrid transaction. Bearing a coupon of 7.375 percent per annum, the hybrid securities are expected to be rated Ba3 an

RTL's Goossens takes over as head of Luxembourg operations
LUXEMBOURG 11 MRT

RTL's Goossens takes over as head of Luxembourg operations

RTL Group said Christophe Goossens, current chief executive of RTL Luxembourg and Broadcasting Center Europe (BCE), has assumed broader duties as Head of Luxembourg Operations. The expanded role adds oversight of European News Exchange (Enex) and Media Real Estate (MRE) to his current responsibilities, with both units' managing directors now reporting directly to him. Goossens will continue to report to RTL Group CEO Thomas Rabe.

Post Luxembourg's Pop TV offering adds cloud gaming service powered by Netgem
LUXEMBOURG 16 FEB

Post Luxembourg's Pop TV offering adds cloud gaming service powered by Netgem

Netgem announced that its Pleio platform has been selected by its existing partner Post Luxembourg to introduce a cloud gaming subscription that includes access to 150 titles. Under this expanded collaboration, Post Luxembourg's Pop TV customer base can now add the 'Pop TV gaming' service for EUR 10/month, with the first month free of charge.

Post Luxembourg's B2B arm launches digital programme for SMEs
LUXEMBOURG 6 FEB

Post Luxembourg's B2B arm launches digital programme for SMEs

Deep, the B2B arm of Post Luxembourg, has launched a new initiative in collaboration with sister companies Ainos (digital transformation consulting) and Editus (digital marketing). Named the Deep One Digital programme, this joint collaboration offers local micro-businesses and SMEs expert advice to improve systems and operations in areas including telecom, data management, cloud, cybersecurity and online visibility. Members will benefit from services offered at preferential rates, and will be able to take a

Orange Luxembourg revenues increase 4% in H2, EBITDA dips slightly
LUXEMBOURG 6 FEB

Orange Luxembourg revenues increase 4% in H2, EBITDA dips slightly

Orange Luxembourg returned to revenue growth in the six months to December, reporting a 3.9 percent year-on-year increase to EUR 40.9 million, following a 0.6 percent decline in H1. Mobile service revenues were stable at EUR 20.6 million as the customer base fell to 248,000, compared with 263,000 in June 2025 and 258,000 at the end of 2024. In contrast, fixed service revenues maintained their momentum, rising 16.8 percent to EUR 5.7 million after an 18.8 percent increase in H1. Growth was also supported by

Eurofiber acquires data centre connectivity provider LuxNetwork
LUXEMBOURG 3 FEB

Eurofiber acquires data centre connectivity provider LuxNetwork

Telecom infrastructure group Eurofiber announced that its Belgian subsidiary has acquired LuxNetwork, a Luxembourg‑based provider of business‑critical connectivity. LuxNetwork's portfolio includes internet access, Ethernet, SD‑WAN, and data centre connectivity services. Local customers will continue to receive dedicated support from LuxNetwork's office in Bettembourg.

Orange Luxembourg offers FTTR connectivity to Livebox customers
LUXEMBOURG 18 DEC 2025

Orange Luxembourg offers FTTR connectivity to Livebox customers

Orange announced that it has become the first operator in Luxembourg to introduce FTTR (Fibre To The Room) connectivity. This service extends multi-gigabit performance through the use of nearly invisible cabling. Livebox fibre customers can now benefit from FTTR as part of their existing package at the same monthly rate. Subscribers are responsible for the cost of the FTTR equipment and the associated labour for installation, which varies depending on individual requirements.

Cegecom taps AudioCodes to implement Operator Connect for Microsoft Teams
LUXEMBOURG 16 DEC 2025

Cegecom taps AudioCodes to implement Operator Connect for Microsoft Teams

Luxembourg's B2B network operator Cegecom announced that it has become the first phone provider in the country to launch Operator Connect for Microsoft Teams. This managed service allows end-users to retain their local number while benefiting from a fully featured phone system directly within Microsoft Teams. Its integration into Cegecom's portfolio was achieved in partnership with AudioCodes, a voice networking service provider and specialist in migration projects to Microsoft Teams.

Luxembourg parliament approves financial help towards connectivity targets
LUXEMBOURG 5 DEC 2025

Luxembourg parliament approves financial help towards connectivity targets

The parliament of Luxembourg has adopted a new law aimed at supporting the connectivity targets set within the EU's Digital Decade roadmap. This legislation will enable the government to provide financial assistance to eligible network coverage projects within the limits established by EU rules. Applications will be open for deployments of fixed and 4G/5G infrastructure in underserved areas, as well as for trans-European infrastructure projects. Additionally, residential customers and SMEs will be able to b

Luxembourg's OQ Technology demos direct-to-mobile emergency broadcast message via satellite
LUXEMBOURG 20 NOV 2025

Luxembourg's OQ Technology demos direct-to-mobile emergency broadcast message via satellite

Direct-to-device satellite connectivity provider OQ Technology announced that it has successfully demonstrated Europe's first direct-to-mobile (D2M) emergency broadcast message transmitted via satellite to non-modified smartphones. The live demonstration took place in Luxembourg, where the company is based, and aimed to validate readiness for large-scale deployment in public safety and disaster response scenarios.

Post Luxembourg's Deep provide Mabu Concept with NB-IoT connectivity for smart city projects
LUXEMBOURG 11 NOV 2025

Post Luxembourg's Deep provide Mabu Concept with NB-IoT connectivity for smart city projects

Deep, the B2B arm of Post Luxembourg, announced that its Narrowband-IoT (NB-IoT) network is supporting the smart connectivity portfolio of local IT company Mabu Concept. Founded in 2020 and employing around ten people, the company was recently named a finalist in the Enabling Technologies category at the World Smart City Awards in Barcelona.

LUXEMBOURG 10 NOV 2025

OQ Technology gets Luxembourg's green light for satellite-based 5G IoT and D2D services

OQ Technology, the Luxembourg-based satellite operator specialising in 5G connectivity from space, has secured the regulatory right to use its constellation for satellite-based 5G NB-IoT and direct-to-device (D2D) services on a global scale. Luxembourg's media and connectivity minister Elisabeth Margue issued the concession, granting OQ Technology the licence to operate its satellites under internationally coordinated frequencies and orbits. In practice, this enables the company to utilise its priority ITU

LUXEMBOURG 13 OKT 2025

Post Luxembourg announces staff wage increase for 2026

Post Luxembourg has concluded negotiations on a new three-year collective labour agreement with trade union organisations. Effective retroactively from 01 January 2025, the agreement was signed entirely electronically, a first for the company facilitated by trust service provider LuxTrust. Under the new terms, employees will receive a 0.5 percent salary increase from 01 January 2026. Additionally, all staff will now be entitled to a minimum of 28 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 days after 10 years of

LUXEMBOURG 12 SEP 2025

RTL Luxembourg adds more Verimatrix anti-piracy tools to protect motorsport content

RTL Luxembourg has expanded its use of Verimatrix's Streamkeeper anti-piracy suite by deploying three additional tools to protect auto racing content. This follows an initial partnership last year covering the Streamkeeper Multi-DRM product. This latest collaboration provides RTL with enhanced capabilities to detect and prevent unauthorised content distribution.

LUXEMBOURG 11 SEP 2025

LuxNetwork becomes LU-CIX's first 'Diamond' member

Connectivity service provider LuxNetwork has become the first partner to achieve 'Diamond' membership status within Luxembourg's LU-CIX community. The non-profit internet exchange organisation described the upgrade as a natural progression of its long-standing collaboration with LuxNetwork, which previously held 'Platinum' status and has been a member of the LU-CIX community for over a decade.

LUXEMBOURG 26 AUG 2025

Orange Luxembourg revamps fibre offers, intros Livebox 7

Orange Luxembourg has revamped its fixed broadband portfolio and officially introduced the Livebox 7 router, which supports the latest Wi-Fi 7 standard with tri-band connectivity. This refresh reduces the cost of the operator's top-tier fibre service, originally launched in September 2024 at EUR 99.99/month. At the time, Orange announced that the package would soon support Wi-Fi 7, which arrived at the end of January marking a first for the Luxembourg market.

LUXEMBOURG 25 JUL 2025

LuxGovSat orders GovSat-2 satellite from Thales Alenia Space

LuxGovSat, the public-private venture between the Luxembourg government and satellite operator SES, has announced a joint investment in GovSat-2, a new geostationary satellite that will provide jam-resistant telecommunications services for government defence and intelligence purposes. The satellite will be manufactured by Thales Alenia Space, the joint venture between Thales and Leonardo.

LUXEMBOURG 24 JUL 2025

Orange Luxembourg posts 15% EBITDA increase in H1, lifts operating and net profit

Orange Luxembourg has reported improved profitability for the six months to June, despite slightly lower revenues driven by continued weakness at its wholesale business and a decline in equipment sales. EBITDAaL rose 15 percent year-on-year to EUR 8.2 million, while operating profit increased to EUR 1.9 million, up from EUR 1.6 million in H1 2024. Over the same period, net profit climbed from EUR 1.1 million to EUR 1.9 million.

LUXEMBOURG 24 JUL 2025

Luxembourg govt mobilises crisis unit over telecom network outage on 23 July

The Luxembourg government said that a crisis meeting was held on 23 July following a nationwide telecom network outage at incumbent operator Post that disrupted mobile and fixed services in the late afternoon. The disruption lasted for around four hours, with access to emergency numbers restored by early evening. As part of the incident response, the government stated that alerts issued via the LU-Alert system were delivered to Post customers with a delay due to the outage.

LUXEMBOURG 17 JUL 2025

Orange tops Luxembourg's fixed internet performance tests in Ookla's H1 study

Orange delivered the best fixed internet performance in Luxembourg during the first half of the year, according to the latest benchmark study by internet speed test specialist Ookla. The operator earned the highest overall score after recording the fastest median download and upload speed (318.6 Mbps and 217.8 Mbps respectively). It also ranked first in the video streaming and web browsing metrics.

LUXEMBOURG 9 JUL 2025

Cegecom teams up with Dotika to offer AI audit service for SMEs

Luxembourg's B2B network operator Cegecom has launched a new offering in partnership with Dotika, a local consulting firm that helps businesses harness the potential of artificial intelligence (AI). Targeting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), this joint initiative introduces an AI audit service for clients embarking on AI-driven projects. It covers, for example, risk and benefit analysis and support in defining a pragmatic roadmap for implementation.

LUXEMBOURG 9 JUL 2025

Orange Luxembourg launches 'Hello eSIM' app with new data plans for travellers

Orange Luxembourg has launched 'Hello eSIM', a new service available through a dedicated mobile app for eSIM-compatible smartphones. The service can be accessed both in Luxembourg and in over 100 international destinations. The app allows both Orange and non-Orange customers to activate an eSIM-based plan on their smartphone within minutes. The operator highlighted that the entire process is managed directly within the app and no QR code scanning is required.

LUXEMBOURG 1 JUL 2025

OQ kicks off Macsat 2.0 satellite project for direct-to-mobile 5G connectivity

OQ Technology, the Luxembourg-based satellite operator specialising in 5G connectivity from space, announced the signing of the contract for the Macsat 2.0 project under the LuxImpulse programme, supported by the Luxembourg government in collaboration with the Luxembourg Space Agency (LSA) and the European Space Agency (ESA). This joint initiative aims to demonstrate direct-to-mobile capabilities in Low Earth Orbit using a payload capable of connecting directly to standard, unmodified phones, offering SMS a

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